About Shotbow

Welcome to Shotbow, the original server network! Home to the entirely custom coded gamemodes of MineZ, Annihilation, Smash, Mine Theft Auto, and much more! No mods are required! Just connect with a Minecraft 1.12 - 1.18 client and experience Minecraft like you never have before! Originally founded in 2012, MineZ took o

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How to join Shotbow

Java Edition

  1. Open Minecraft and choose Multiplayer.
  2. Select Add Server.
  3. Paste play.shotbow.net into Server Address.
  4. Save, then choose Join Server.

FAQ

Shotbow FAQ

Short answers to what players ask most. Still stuck? Check the Minecraft authentication server status.

What is the Shotbow server IP?

The Shotbow server IP is play.shotbow.net. Paste it into the server address field in Minecraft's multiplayer menu.

Is Shotbow down right now?

No. Shotbow was up at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 22:40 UTC) with 63 players online. We check its status about every 10 minutes.

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How do I join Shotbow?

On Java Edition, open Multiplayer, choose Add Server, paste play.shotbow.net, then select Join Server.

What port does Shotbow use?

Shotbow uses the default port (25565), so the address alone is enough.

How many players are on Shotbow?

63 players were online on Shotbow at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 22:40 UTC), with 1 slots listed. The Stats tab charts the Shotbow player count over time.

What Minecraft version does Shotbow use?

Shotbow reported “Velocity 1.7.2-26.3” at our last check. Networks that list a range accept any client version inside it.

How do I claim Shotbow?

If you run Shotbow, claim this listing from a free NewMinecraftServers account. You prove ownership by showing a short code in the server's MOTD for a moment (our Paper plugin can do it for you) or with a DNS record, then edit the description, links, and banner yourself.

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